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The Salvation Army is seeking support from the community with the annual kettle campaign as donations are down across the Province.<\/p>\n

“The Salvation Army in British Columbia is currently at less than 50% of our target, sitting at approximately $1.7 million in donations with a goal to reach $4 million by Christmas Eve,” said Major Ken Ritson, Divisional Secretary for Public Relations and Development in British Columbia.<\/p>\n

“The dollars raised through this effort are not only used at Christmas time, but throughout the year as the funds provide resources for our overall operation for the year ahead.\u00a0 We want to encourage supporters to please donate when they see a kettle and help,\u201d Ritson said.<\/p>\n

The Salvation Army is looking to the community to come to the plate and assist in our work in supporting individuals and families during times of need. \u00a0Last year, The Salvation Army raised $3.8 million, but the goal increased this year due to greater need in the community.<\/p>\n

People are encouraged to donate at kettles, by visiting www.FilltheKettle.com or, text HOPE1000 to 45678 to make a $5 donation.<\/p>\n

FilltheKettle.com<\/a> contains all necessary information to support the work of The Salvation Army during the Christmas kettle campaign season.<\/p>\n

Visitors can:<\/em>
\n\u2022 Make a general donation in support of the work of The Salvation Army.
\n\u2022 Locate a physical kettle anywhere in Canada using google map technology.
\n\u2022 Donate online directly to any of the kettles found on the map of Canada.
\n\u2022 Fundraise with your own virtual kettle, encouraging friends and family to donate.
\n\u2022 Host your own fundraising event.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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